Smart Contract Engineer (EVM / Low-Level Execution)
FULL_TIME • NA
Pod Network is an early-stage Web3 startup developing a new layer-1 protocol focused on improving system performance and user experience in decentralized networks. The team is working on a chainless, blockless, and leaderless architecture that rethinks traditional consensus design.
As a Smart Contract Engineer, you will be responsible for building and maintaining the protocol’s core EVM-based smart contracts, including staking, slashing, and committee rotation logic, as well as contracts for applications built on top of the protocol. The role involves close collaboration with protocol engineers and scientists, active participation in security reviews, and ownership of testing and documentation for production-grade contracts.
🔹 Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain smart contracts for the core protocol, including staking, slashing, and committee rotation mechanisms
Collaborate with protocol engineers and researchers to design secure and efficient on-chain systems
Participate in security reviews, simulations, and adversarial analysis of protocol components
Develop comprehensive test suites and maintain clear technical documentation
🔹 Requirements
2+ years of experience building smart contracts with Solidity on Ethereum
Strong understanding of EVM internals, gas mechanics, state management, relevant EIPs, and development tooling such as Foundry or Hardhat
Proven experience deploying and operating production smart contracts
Familiarity with DeFi protocols, MEV-aware design, on-chain incentive mechanisms, and common smart contract security risks
🔹 Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary
High-impact role within a fast-moving early-stage startup
Travel opportunities and visibility through technical and community-facing work
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